Humidity range

[Moozillion]

I'm seeing contradictory information regarding the best humidity for Hermann's torts. One source said 35-50% and another said 50-85%. I was counting on the higher percentage being right because of our humid climate in Louisiana. Would 75% for an indoor Hermann's enclosure seem reasonable?

 

[Tortoise Hub]

I think 50-60% is best for hermanns while indoors. They will be perfectly fine in that type of humidity outside.

 

[Moozillion]

Our outside humidity is often in the 80% range much of the summer. Do I need to re-think bringing a Hermann's to Louisiana? 😒 I know redfoots would LOVE our humidity. I'm kinda partial to the Hermann's but I want WHATEVER tort i get to be healthy and happy.

 

[Tortoise Hub]

Hermanns should thrive there, I know of someone breeding marginateds (outside) readily in Baton Rouge. Redfoots will be a great choice as well.

 

[Moozillion]

Hermanns should thrive there, I know of someone breeding marginateds (outside) readily in Baton Rouge. Redfoots will be a great choice as well.

Thanks, Elliot! Even though I had researched Hermann's a lot, I was surprised to see a care sheet today that said they needed only 30-50% humidity and I panicked!

 

[GBtortoises]

Their "comfort" range is 50-70% but the Hermann's subspecies are all very adaptable and can withstand down to 40% and much higher 80%+) humidity ranges for extended periods of time. This is especially true when outdoors as long as they have an adequate, cool shelter.

 

[Moozillion]

Great! Thanks so much!